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CENTRAL FLORIDA BALLET<\/p>\n
The organization, which hosts the annual World Ballet Competition, performs in various locations. More information: centralfloridaballet.com<\/a><\/p>\n A CHRISTMAS NUTCRACKER TALE: Nov. 19-20, in Steinmetz Hall at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave. in Orlando. Pyrotechnics, fiber-optic technology and twirling aerialists add to the pizazz of the classic holiday story of a little girl who visits a magical land.<\/p>\n WORLD BALLET COMPETITION: June 22-26, 2027. Watch more than 200 competitors from 25 countries in their daily performances as they vie for scholarships and cash prizes. An Olympics-style system reveals their scores from the five judges. It\u2019s free to attend, though a $10 donation is suggested.<\/p>\n ALL-STARS OF DANCE: June 26, 2027. This one-night-only evening of dance stars international competition winners and guest performers.<\/p>\n See the Central Florida Ballet, Flamenco del Sol and Orlando Ballet listings for other dance events at the downtown arts center. The Dr. Phillips Center is at 445 S. Magnolia Ave. in Orlando. More information: drphillipscenter.org<\/a><\/p>\n PRIDE \u2014 THE RHYTHM OF THE CHOSEN HEARTS: Sept. 26, in the Pugh Theater. Presented by Raymi Dance School in collaboration with Inez Patricia Dance, this production celebrates the universal language of dance.<\/p>\n THE PHANTOM \u2014 ECHOES OF THE PAST: Nov. 8, in the Pugh Theater. Drawing from flamenco rhythms and the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Albore\u00e1 Dance Company retells Gaston Leroux\u2019s classic novel \u201cThe Phantom of the Opera\u201d in a way that acknowledges an impossible love story.<\/p>\n SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS: Jan. 2, 2027, in Steinmetz Hall. The United European Ballet company tells the classic fairy tale through dance.<\/p>\n ALVIN AILEY\u2019S AMERICAN DANCE THEATER: March 16-17, 2027, in Steinmetz Hall. The groundbreaking New York City troupe will present works from its repertoire, including the beloved \u201cRevelations.\u201d<\/p>\n Allen J. Schaben\/TNS<\/p>\n Alvin Ailey Dance Theater will bring “Revelations” back to Orlando. (Allen J. Schaben\/TNS) The professional contemporary-dance company, led by artistic director Larissa Humiston, performs at the ME Theatre, 1300 La Quinta Drive, No. 3, in Orlando. More information: 407-788-1659 or EmotionsDance.org<\/a><\/p>\n ART IN MOTION: Nov. 7-8. In collaboration with SGP Movement Dance Company, this performance brings works of art to life through a blend of ballet, jazz, modern and contemporary dance.<\/p>\n EMOTIONS IN MOTION \u2014 20 YEARS OF DANCE: April 3-4, 2027.\u00a0 A 20th-anniversary performance featuring works from the company\u2019s repertoire alongside new creations.<\/p>\n ME DANCE<\/p>\n The company, led by Marshall Ellis, performs at the ME Theatre, 1300 La Quinta Drive, No. 3, in Orlando. More information: marshallellisdanceschool.com\/events<\/a><\/p>\n HALL-O-ME \u2014 FEAR: Oct. 23-24. The company teams with students for a Halloween-themed production.<\/p>\n CHEER ME ON \u2014 MERRY MOVES & HOLIDAY GROOVES: Dec. 10. Seasonal fun with the company and students.<\/p>\n IDANCEORLANDO FESTIVAL: April 24, 2027. The annual cooperative showcase celebrates local dancers, choreographers and companies in Central Florida.<\/p>\n 15: April 30-May 1, 2027. An anniversary celebration.<\/p>\n ORLANDO BALLET<\/p>\n Mainstage performances are at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave. in Orlando. More information: Orlandoballet.org<\/a><\/p>\n Mainstage<\/p>\n THE SLEEPING BEAUTY: Oct. 15-18. Christopher Stowell (2025\u2019s \u201cGiselle\u201d and \u201cSwan Lake\u201d) choreographs the classic fairy tale of Princess Aurora, who in the ballet version is cursed by the vengeful Carabosse. But with the help of the Lilac Fairy, Prince Florimund and true love\u2019s kiss, everything leads to a grand happily ever after. The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra will provide the music.<\/p>\n THE NUTCRACKER: Dec. 4-27. Artistic director Jorden Morris\u2019s version of the ballet staple returns with battles, falling snow and the magic of the holidays. After receiving a mysterious nutcracker on Christmas Eve, young Clara embarks on an enchanted journey, fighting the Mouse King and making new friends, including the Sugar Plum Fairy.<\/p>\n ALICE IN WONDERLAND: Feb. 11-14, 2027. A White Rabbit, who\u2019s always running late, leads young Alice into a whimsical world in this ballet adaptation of Lewis Carroll\u2019s madcap adventure. Kenneth Tindall, whose \u201cCasanova\u201d and \u201cCarmen\u201d have been presented by Orlando Ballet, also choreographed this work.<\/p>\n DIRECTOR\u2019S COLLECTION: PAQUITA, MIROIRS, DEVERELL: April 2-4, 2027. This mixed program features three distinctive ballets designed to display the range of the company dancers.<\/p>\n MOULIN ROUGE \u2014 THE BALLET: May 6-9, 2027. Crowd-pleaser \u201cMoulin Rouge\u201d returns after last being staged in 2023. In Jorden Morris\u2019s telling of the tale of passion and jealousy, laundress Nathalie lands a job at the famed Parisian nightclub, run by the enigmatic Zidler. But will it cost her the chance to experience true love? Featuring a fierce can-can competition, \u201cMoulin Rouge\u201d celebrates love, art and freedom.<\/p>\n UNCORKED: Sept. 25, 2026, and Jan. 22 and March 12, 2027, at Harriett\u2019s Orlando Ballet Centre, 600 N. Lake Formosa Drive in Orlando. \u201cUncorked\u201d evenings provide a relaxed, behind-the-scenes look at ballet and the creative process.<\/p>\n BALLET BALL: April 10, 2027. The organization\u2019s annual gala will take place at the Four Seasons Resort, 10100 Dream Tree Blvd. in Lake Buena Vista.<\/p>\n ORLANDO COMMUNITY ARTS<\/p>\n The organization presents its holiday show at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave. in Orlando. More information: clareandthechocolatenutcracker.com<\/a><\/p>\n CLARE AND THE CHOCOLATE NUTCRACKER: Nov. 28. The traditional \u201cNutcracker\u201d gets an African-American twist from Beverly Page in this bold and multicultural reimagining that incorporates jazz, soul and contemporary music and dance.<\/p>\n RITZ THEATER<\/p>\n The theater, at 201 S. Magnolia Ave. in Sanford, hosts touring concerts, children\u2019s productions, plays and other events. See other dance events at the theater under the Flamenco del Sol listing above. More information: 407-321-8111 or ritztheatersanford.com<\/a><\/p>\n WE CALL IT BALLET \u2014 SLEEPING BEAUTY IN A DAZZLING LIGHT SHOW: Oct. 25 and Dec. 12, 2026; Feb. 13, 2027. Dancers illuminate the stage in glow-in-the-dark costumes to tell the classic fairy tale.<\/p>\n NUTTY NUTCRACKER: Nov. 20-21. Dancers from Xtreme Dance Studio raise money for Base Camp, a local organization helping families battling cancer, while presenting a comic twist on the holiday story of Clara\u2019s adventures with a magical nutcracker.<\/p>\n FLAMENCO DEL SOL\u2019S CASCANUECES: Dec. 5. The Central Florida-based flamenco troupe puts a rhythmic spin on \u201cThe Nutcracker.\u201d<\/p>\n STONE DANCE ACADEMY\u2019S THE NUTCRACKER: Dec. 20-21. Follow a young girl\u2019s magical journey through the Land of Snow and the Kingdom of Sweets.<\/p>\n ROLLINS COLLEGE<\/p>\n Dance productions take place in the Annie Russell Theatre on the Rollins campus, 1000 Holt Ave. in Winter Park. More information: rollins.edu\/annie-russell-theatre<\/a><\/p>\n EXPRESSIONS DANCE CONCERT: Nov. 20-21. Tap, jazz, contemporary and more with student, faculty and guest choreographers.<\/p>\n VALENCIA COLLEGE<\/p>\n![\"Central](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/TOS-L-ASP26-dance-02.jpg\")
<\/a>Central Florida Ballet presents its annual “A Christmas Nutcracker Tale” in Steinmetz Hall at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. (Courtesy Michael Cairns Photography)
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<\/a>Orlando Ballet will revive Jorden Morris’s production of “Moulin Rouge.” (Courtesy Michael Cairns Photography)
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